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A video showcasing the simulation of a head transplant procedure performed by autonomous surgical robots has stirred significant attention on social media platforms.
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BrainBridge, a US-based neuroscience and biomedical engineering startup, has revealed its ambitious objective to develop the world's first head transplant system, eliciting both intrigue and concern.
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The startup aims to provide a ray of hope to individuals afflicted with incurable conditions such as stage-4 cancer, paralysis, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's disease.
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The proposed procedure entails transplanting a patient's head onto a healthy, brain-dead donor body, with the goal of preserving consciousness, memories, and cognitive functions.
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The video has sparked a flurry of reactions from social media users, with some expressing ethical concerns and reservations about human intervention in matters considered divine.
Concerns have been raised regarding the ethical implications and potential exclusivity of the procedure, with apprehensions about accessibility and affordability for the general populace.
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BrainBridge joins a select group of companies operating in the realm of brain-computer interfaces, including Neurable, Emotiv, Kernel, and Neuralink led by Elon Musk, which recently made headlines with a brain implantation endeavor.
Hashem Al-Ghaili, project lead at BrainBridge, outlined the company's strategy involving high-speed robotic systems and advanced AI algorithms to ensure precise surgical execution and compatibility between the transplanted head and donor body.
Pending positive feasibility results, BrainBridge envisions conducting the inaugural surgery within an estimated timeframe of eight years, signalling a potential milestone in medical science advancement.